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Miconazole ophthalmic is an eye medication used to treat fungal infections on the surface of the eye. It is used in dogs, cats, horses, cattle and reptiles. It is only available through compounding pharmacies and should not be confused with other forms of miconazole products meant to be used in humans.
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Miconazole otic is an antifungal medication used to treat external ear infections caused by fungal organisms in cats, dogs, and other animals. It may be specially compounded or combined into a formulation with other medications. Miconazole otic comes in ointment or liquid drop suspension forms.
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Miconazole topical is an antifungal medication used to treat surface skin infections caused by yeast in cats and dogs. It may be used off label (extra label) to treat other conditions in cats and dogs. It may be specially compounded or combined into a formulation with other medications.
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If microalbuminuria is detected, your veterinarian will likely recommend further testing to look for hidden disease. The choice of tests may vary but could include routine blood tests and urinalysis (see handouts “Complete Blood Count”, “Serum Biochemistry”, and “Urinalysis” for more information). If there is no evidence of underlying illness, then regular check-ups every 3-6 months, including microalbuminuria testing, may be recommended to monitor your dog’s health status and to watch for any changes.
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Microchips contain a unique identification number, and they are inserted with a needle under the skin between a pet's shoulder blades. The number is registered to your name, so if your dog gets lost, the number connects your dog to you. Microchips provide reliable, permanent identification for your pet.
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Microlactin® is a human nutritional supplement that contains a dried milk protein that comes from hyperimmunized cows. It may be recommended to help manage inflammation and support joint health in dogs, cats, and horses. A veterinary-specific product, Duralactin®, is also available.
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Midazolam is a benzodiazepine used for its sedative, antianxiety, and muscle relaxant properties. It is primarily used as a sedative before surgery and to stop seizures. This medication is a controlled substance. It is given by injection by your veterinary team, though may be prescribed for intranasal or intrarectal administration at home.
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Milbemycin oxime is a heartworm disease preventive and treats internal parasites in dogs and cats (e.g., hookworms and roundworms). It is also used off label to treat infestations in dogs. Milbemycin is given by mouth with a flavored oral tablet.
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Milbemycin oxime + afoxolaner (brand name Nexgard Spectra) is a heartworm disease preventive that also treats certain intestinal parasites, kills fleas and ticks, treats demodicosis caused by Demodex mites, and reduces Lyme disease infections in dogs. It is also used off-label to treat mite infestations in dogs.
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Milbemycin oxime + lufenuron (brand name Sentinel) is a heartworm disease preventive that also treats internal parasites and controls flea populations in dogs. Milbemycin oxime + lufenuron is given by mouth as a flavored chew tablet.